Restaurant recommendations
Casa Salesas
A stylish Madrid spot with a lively atmosphere and strong food credentials. A good recommendation for guests looking for something local, social, and less formal.
Address: C. de Fernando VI 6, Centro, 28004 Madrid
Website: https://www.casasalesas.com/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 20-35 minutes
Chocolatería San Ginés
An emblematic Madrid institution, best known for chocolate con churros. A classic stop for guests who want to experience one of the city’s most traditional sweet treats.
Address: Pasadizo de San Ginés, 5, 28013 Madrid
Website: https://chocolateriasangines.com/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 25-40 minutes
Restaurante Botín
The oldest restaurant in Madrid, dating back to 1725. A historic dining option for guests looking for a traditional Madrid experience in the old town.
Address: Calle de Cuchilleros, 17, 28005 Madrid
Website: https://botin.es/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 25-40 minutes
Mercado de San Miguel
A gourmet food market where guests can buy food, eat, and try different tapas. It has become quite touristic, but it remains a nice place to walk around and experience the city’s food culture.
Address: Plaza de San Miguel, 1, 28005 Madrid
Website: http://mercadodesanmiguel.es
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 25-40 minutes
Casa Lucio
Located in La Latina, an authentic neighborhood in Madrid’s historic center and a strong tapas area. Its medieval streets are arranged around La Cebada and La Paja, and the area is especially lively on weekends. On Sundays, nearby streets host El Rastro, Madrid’s famous open-air second-hand market.
Address: Cava Baja, 35, 28005 Madrid
Website: https://www.casalucio.es/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 25-40 minutes
Los Huevos de Lucio
A more informal tapas-style address from the Lucio family, also located on Cava Baja in La Latina. A good option for guests looking for a classic Madrid tapas experience in one of the city’s liveliest historic neighborhoods.
Address: Cava Baja, 32, 28005 Madrid
Website: https://loshuevosdelucio.com/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 25-40 minutes
La Máquina de Jorge Juan
A traditional restaurant with strong Spanish cuisine in a chic, modern setting. Located on Calle Jorge Juan, one of Madrid’s most popular streets for restaurants and shops, with a more premium price point.
Address: Calle de Jorge Juan, 12, 28001 Madrid
Website: https://restaurantelamaquina.es
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 20-30 minutes
Restaurante El Paraguas
A well-known restaurant in the Salamanca district, focused on Asturian cuisine with a classic Madrid dining atmosphere.
Address: Calle de Jorge Juan, 16, 28001 Madrid
Website: https://elparaguas.com
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 20-30 minutes
El Pimiento Verde
A traditional Spanish restaurant in the Salamanca district, specializing in Cantabrian coastal cuisine and grilled dishes.
Address: Calle de Lagasca, 43, 28001 Madrid
Website: https://elpimientoverde.com/lagasca/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 20-30 minutes
Cristina Oria
A well-known Madrid restaurant and gourmet concept in the Salamanca district, combining dining with a curated food and lifestyle store.
Address: Calle de José Ortega y Gasset, 29, 28006 Madrid
Website: https://cristinaoria.com/pages/restaurante
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 20-30 minutes
Restaurante Castelados
A traditional Spanish restaurant in the Retiro district, known for a classic, no-fuss dining style and a strong local feel.
Address: Calle de Antonio Acuña, 18, 28009 Madrid
Website: https://www.castelados.com/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 20-30 minutes
La Maruca
A great restaurant serving gastronomy from Santander, in northern Spain. It has four restaurants in Madrid.
Address: Velázquez, 54, 28001 Madrid / Paseo de la Castellana, 212, 28046 Madrid / López de Hoyos, 42, 28006 Madrid / Plaza de Carlos Trías Bertrán, 7, 28020 Madrid
Website: https://restaurantelamaruca.com/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: varies by location
Tablao de la Villa
A great dinner option with a Flamenco show.
Address: Calle de Torija, 7, 28013 Madrid
Website: https://tablaodelavilla.com/en/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 25-40 minutes
TATEL Madrid
A stylish, energetic restaurant that blends traditional Spanish cuisine with a polished, contemporary atmosphere and live music. A good option for guests seeking a more upscale, lively Madrid dining experience.
Address: Paseo de la Castellana, 36, 28046 Madrid
Website: https://tatelrestaurants.com/en/madrid-restaurant/
Approx. taxi from MADRING / IFEMA: 20-30 minutes